An exciting new series of collaborations with local artists is coming to Black Market Barber Company! Each month, they’ll be featuring the work of a different local artist in the shop, and first up is incorrigible skate troubadour Simon Peplow and his brand spanking new show 'BIRTHDAY SUIT'. Come along to the launch on Thursday at 7pm, or pop in during the month to check it out. More info here.

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Shop//

Oxfam Bookshop | High Street

It’s World Book Week and Fairtrade Fortnight, so tick two boxes in one with a trip to Oxfam Bookshop! The aptly named Divine Chocolate is 20% off in store for the first two weeks of March (that means we can buy more, right?) and there are enough books to keep you entertained for the whole month! And if another storm strikes...how does cosying under a blanket with chocolate and a good book sound?! Find them on Facebook here.

Kings Heath Arts Crafts and Antiques Market is back! This month, you'll find a wide selection of goods from local artists, handmade crafts and genuine antiques - perfect for Mother's Day!! There will also be live music throughout the day and kids activities to keep the little ones entertained whilst you shop. Find out more here.

Spice up March with a mid-month trip to Sadie’s Kitchen Supper Club and tuck into 3 delicious Jamaican courses for just £25. Check out the menu and book your tickets here. Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee Brownies? Yes Please! If you haven’t booked in time, later in the month, the Hare will also be hosting pop-ups from Low N Slow and Sudanese Kitchen!

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A Casa A New Italian Pop Up | 30th March - 1st April | Kitchen Garden Cafe | York Road

An evening of authentic Southern Italian flavours, aromas and warm hospitality, as you sample dishes passed down through generations, featuring fresh, seasonal Mediterranean ingredients. The evening will include a delicious 4 course menu with options for carnivores, seafood lovers and vegetarians plus a welcome aperitivo, chef’s tasters and a chance to try the best Puglian wines. Tickets are £30 per person, but book your table fast! To find out more click here.

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The BFG Family Day | Saturday 4 March | All Saints Church | Village Square

It looks like the adults are going to love the BFG Family Day as much as the kids!! The BFG Family Day at All Saints Church , Kings Heath on Saturday will have films, crafts, books, games and refreshments for the little ones from 10am-12.30pm. Find out more here.

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Entertainment & Nightlife//

Haye versus Bellew | Saturday 4th March | The Goose | High Street

The fight that everyone’s been talking about!!! Settle in for a Saturday night of beers and boxing at the Goose, with Haye versus Bellew live on the big screen! Who have you got your money on? For more information click here.

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Rhino and the Ranters | Friday 17th March | Hare & Hounds | High St

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with live music from the toe-tapping Rhino and the Ranters! Following their incredible performance at last year’s Kings Heath Street Fest, they’re back with support from Independent Country and High Horses, plus Dig Your Wigs DJ sets. All you need now is a pint of the black stuff...Tickets are £8 each, or 4 for £26 available here.

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Devon Sproule | Sunday 26th March | Kitchen Garden Cafe | York Road

Hailing from Canada and America, Devon Sproule’s music welcomes the magical and the tangible. It celebrates human complication in the language of nature, and is described North American music with weirdo roots. Devon has been married to producer Paul Curreri for 11 years, and Sproule’s recordings have been released by Tin Angel Records, based in Coventry, England since 2007. The Gold String by Devon Sproule will be released on Tin Angel Records in spring 2017. Tickets are £12. Find out more here.

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